bedlamise

/bɛdˈleɪmaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause someone to become or seem mad or crazy, often as a result of being overwhelmed or shocked

“The news of the disaster had bedlamised the crowd, causing them to panic and run wildly.”

2. verb

to fill or render (a place) chaotic or noisy, often in a humorous or exaggerated way

“The party had bedlamised the apartment, with music blaring and people dancing everywhere.”

Synonyms

  • drive crazy
  • drive mad
  • send into a frenzy

Antonyms

  • calm
  • soothe